Job Title: Head of Partnerships

Reporting To: Director of Growth and Partnerships

Location: Remote-first, with regular access to our central London office

At Enroly, we’re transforming international student recruitment with cutting-edge technology. Our platform streamlines the CAS, visa and arrival processes for international students, helping universities deliver a best-in-class enrolment experience. As we scale, we’re seeking an experienced higher education professional to lead partnerships and strategic collaborations with UK universities and stakeholders in international recruitment.

- Tech-Driven Innovation: We lead with AI and automation, setting new standards across the student recruitment lifecycle.

- Trusted by Universities: Enroly is used by over 100,000 students and trusted by the majority of UK universities for CAS and visa processes.

- Mission-Focused: We exist to make international student enrolment simpler, faster, and more transparent for all parties.

- Values-Led Growth: With a 95% staff retention rate and a culture of trust, autonomy and collaboration, we’re building something people want to stay part of.

- Leadership with Purpose: Our executive team combines education, tech and commercial expertise—creating a collaborative, mission-aligned environment for innovation.

We’re looking for a strategic and highly credible higher education professional with deep knowledge of international recruitment processes and a strong commercial mindset. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth from new and existing business by building and managing senior-level relationships across UK universities, shaping partnerships that support mutual growth and the adoption of Enroly's technology.

- New Business Development: Focus on developing the new business pipeline, with a particular focus on growing “top of funnel”.

- Strategic Relationship Building: Own and grow partnerships with key university stakeholders (e.g. Directors/Heads of Admissions or International, Compliance Leads).

- Partnership Development: Identify opportunities to expand Enroly’s reach across the sector through new relationships, product adoption, and institutional engagement.

- Sector Expertise: Act as the voice of the sector internally—bringing insights from the admissions and international recruitment landscape to inform product, marketing, and growth strategies.

- University Onboarding & Expansion: Support partner onboarding and drive expansion within existing institutions through upselling and consultative engagement.

- Representation & Thought Leadership: Represent Enroly at industry events and conferences (e.g. BUILA, UCAS, UUKi), contributing to our reputation as a trusted sector partner.

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with our Product, Customer Success and Marketing teams to ensure institutional needs are reflected across all areas of the business.

- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in UK higher education, specifically within international recruitment or admissions.

- Held roles such as Senior International Officer, Regional Manager, Head of International Recruitment, or similar.

- Deep understanding of the recruitment of international students, including CAS, visa and admissions processes, with first-hand knowledge of compliance, timelines, and stakeholder needs.

- Desirable: Understanding or experience of UK (home/EU) student recruitment and admissions.

- A commercially driven background in the private sector with direct ownership of revenue growth

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

- Confident in engaging with senior university leaders and navigating complex institutional environments.

- Comfortable working in a dynamic, scaling, tech-enabled business with high levels of autonomy and accountability.

- Demonstrated ability to spot opportunities, pitch value, and build trust over time.

 

- Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus

- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the UK’s international higher education landscape

- Dynamic and supportive remote-first working environment

- Significant opportunities for progression and professional growth

- Access to cutting-edge technology and a collaborative, values-led team

 

To apply, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter. We review applications on a rolling basis, so if you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage.